differential LEXUS RC F 2017 User Guide

5818-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
RC F only
(If equipped)
Indicates that the TVD (Torque Vectoring Differential)
system has overheatedThis message may be disp layed when driving under
extremely high load conditions such as the following:
• Continuously driving at high speeds or through
sharp turns
• If either right or left rear tire loses traction and spins
continuously
A buzzer also sounds.
→ Drive the vehicle for a while, while avoiding
extremely high load conditions.
Indicates a malfunction in the brake override system
A buzzer also sounds.
→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
Indicates that engine oil level is low
This message may ap pear if the vehicle is stopped on a
slope. Move the vehicle to a level surface and check to
see if the message disappears.
A buzzer also sounds.
→ Check the level of engine oil, and add if necessary.
Indicates a malfunction in th e automatic headlight level-
ing system
A buzzer also sounds.
→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The Automatic High Beam system (if equipped); or
• The LED headlight system
A buzzer also sounds.
→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
Warning messageDetails/Actions

6499-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
*: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity.If replacement is necessary , contact your Lexus dealer.
Automatic transmission
Fluid capacity*
RC350 (2WD)10.0 qt. (9.5 L, 8.4 Imp. qt.)
RC350/RC300 (AWD)10.6 qt. (10.0 L, 8.8 Imp. qt.)
RC200t9.2 qt. (8.7 L, 7.7 Imp. qt.)
RC F11.8 qt. (11.2 L, 9.9 Imp. qt.)
Fluid typeToyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
■Automatic transmission fluid type
Using transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” may cause deterioration
in shift quality, locking up of your transm ission accompanied by vibration, and ulti-
mately damage the transmission of your vehicle.
Front differential (AWD models)
Oil capacity 0.74 qt. (0.70 L, 0.61 Imp. qt.)
Oil type and viscosity
Hypoid gear oil API GL-5
Above 0°F (-18 °C): SAE90
Below 0 °F (-18 °C): SAE80W or SAE80W-90

6509-1. Specifications
RC350/RC300/RC200t (vehicles without LSD [Limited Slip Differential])
RC350/RC200t/RC F (vehicles with LSD [Limited Slip Differential])
RC F (vehicles with TVD [Torque Vectoring Differential])
*1: Your Lexus vehicle is filled with “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” at the factory.
Use Lexus approved “Toyota Genuine Differ ential Gear Oil” or an equivalent of
matching quality to satisfy the above specification. Please contact your Lexus dealer
for further details.
*2: Torque transfer modules are located on the ri ght and left sides of the rear differential
unit.
*3: Using torque transfer module fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” may cause deterioration of performance, vibration, or ultimately damage the TVD system of your
vehicle.
Rear differential
Oil capacity1.42 qt. (1.35 L, 1.19 Imp. qt.)
Oil type and viscosityToyota Genuine Differential gear oil LT
75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent
*1
Oil capacity1.42 qt. (1.35 L, 1.19 Imp. qt.)
Oil type and viscosityToyota Genuine Differential gear oil LX
75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent*1
DifferentialTorque transfer module*2
Oil capacity1.42 qt. (1.35 L, 1.19 Imp. qt.)
Left-hand side:
0.74 qt. (0.70 L, 0.62 Imp. qt.)
Right-hand side:
0.74 qt. (0.70 L, 0.62 Imp. qt.)
Oil type and viscos-
ity
Toyota Genuine Differential
gear oil LT
75W-85 GL-5 or equiva-
lent
*1
Toyota Genuine ATF WS*3

706Alphabetical index
Daytime running light system .......... 225
DefoggerOutside rear view mirrors .............439
Rear window ........................................439
Windshield ............................................439
Differential Front differential ................................. 649
Rear differential .................................. 650
Dimension ............................................... 640
Dinghy towing........................................ 206
Display Drive information ..........................112, 119
Dynamic radar cruise control......249
LDA (Lane Departure Alert) .......264
Multi-information display ........109, 117
Warning message .............................. 571
Distance ..............................................112, 119
Do-it-yourself maintenance ............. 495
Door courtesy lights Location ................................................. 448
Door lock Doors .......................................................... 141
Smart access system with push-button start ............................. 152
Wireless remote control ................. 136 Doors ............................................................141
Automatic door locking and unlocking system .................... 144
Door lock................................................. 143
Open door warning buzzer .......... 142
Open door warning light ..............566
Outside rear view mirrors ............. 180
Side windows ....................................... 183
Drive info 1/Drive info 2 ..............114, 126
Drive information ............................ 112, 119 Resetting ........................................... 112, 119
Driver’s seat position memory.......... 169
Driving ........................................................ 192 Break-in tips ...........................................193
Correct driving posture .....................32
Driving mode select switch .......... 294
Procedures ............................................. 192
Winter drive tips .................................. 331
DRS (Dynamic Rear Steering) ....... 298 Warning message............................... 571
Dynamic radar cruise control ..........249
Dynamic Rear Steering (DRS) ....... 298 Warning message............................... 571
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Navigation system*
Noise from under vehicle ....................... 8Odometer ........................................ 96, 102
Oil
Engine oil ............................................... 644
Front differential oil ........................... 649
Rear differential oil ........................... 650
Opener Hood........................................................ 497
Trunk .......................................................... 147
Outer foot lights ................................... 448
Outside rear view mirrors ................. 180 Adjusting and folding ....................... 180
Blind spot monitor ..............................313
Linked mirror function when reversing................................... 181
Mirror position memory ..................169
Outside rear view mirror defoggers............................ 439
Outside temperature .................. 96, 102
Overheating........................................... 630
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719Alphabetical index
Moon roof switches........................... 187
Outside rear view mirror switches ................................................180
Paddle shift switches ............... 215, 216
PCS OFF switch ................................307
Power door lock switch .................. 143
Power window switches ................. 183
Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers
switch....................................................439
Seat heater switches.........................446
Seat ventilator switches .................. 447
Snow mode switch..............................214
“SOS” button........................................ 472
Talk switch .............................................407
Telephone switches ..........................407
Tilt and telescopic steering control switch ..................176
Tire pressure warning reset switch..................................................... 519
Trunk opener main switch.............. 148
Trunk opener switch ..........................147
TVD (Torque Vectoring Differential) switch .........................329
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance button ...................................................253
VSC OFF switch .............................. 300
Window lock switch.......................... 183
Windshield wiper and washer switch ......................... 233
Windshield wiper de-icer switch................................................... 440 Tachometer ..................................... 96, 102
Variable red zone ...............................107
Tail lights ...................................................224 Light switch........................................... 224
Replacing light bulbs ...................... 550
Talk switch
*.............................................407
Telephone switches
*...........................407
Theft deterrent system Alarm .......................................................... 83
Engine immobilizer system ..............79
Luggage security system.................148
Theft prevention labels ...................... 85
Tire inflation pressure........................... 531 Maintenance data.............................. 652
Tire inflation pressure display function................................................. 518
Warning light ....................................... 567
Tire information ...................................... 661 Glossary................................................ 668
Size ........................................................... 664
Tire identification number ............. 663
Uniform Tire Quality Grading ..............................................666
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*: For vehicles with a naviga tion system, refer to the
“NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.

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Tire pressure warning system .......... 518Initializing................................................. 518
Installing tire pressure warning valves and transmitters ................. 518
Registering ID codes ........................ 519
Tire pressure warning reset switch..................................................... 519
Warning light .......................................567
Tires.............................................................. 517 Chains......................................................333
Checking................................................. 517
Emergency tire puncture repair kit ............................................. 606
If you have a flat tire .............592, 606
Inflation pressure ................................652
Information ............................................. 661
Replacing ...............................................592
Rotating tires ......................................... 517
Size ............................................................652
Snow tires ..............................................334
Spare tire ................................................592
Tire inflation pressure display function ................................................. 518
Tire pressure warning system ...... 518
Warning light .......................................567 Tools .............................................. 593, 608
Top tether strap ........................................ 76
Torque Vectoring Differential
(TVD) ..................................................... 329
Total load capacity............................... 204
Towing Dinghy towing ..................................... 206
Emergency towing ...........................556
Towing eyelet ......................................559
Trailer towing.......................................205
TRAC (Traction Control)................. 298
Traction Control (TRAC)................. 298
Trailer towing ......................................... 205
Transmission ............................................ 213 Automatic transmission .................... 213
Driving mode select switch .......... 294
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P .....................................218
M mode .................................................... 216
Paddle shift switches............... 215, 216
Trip meters....................................... 96, 102

721Alphabetical index
Trunk............................................................ 147Internal trunk release lever............. 149
Luggage security system ................ 148
Smart access system with push-button start ....................147
Trunk features ......................................454
Trunk grip ............................................... 148
Trunk light ............................................... 149
Trunk opener main switch.............. 148
Trunk opener switch ..........................147
Trunk storage extension................ 458
Wireless remote control ..................147
Trunk light ..................................................149 Wattage ..................................................657
Turn signal lights ................................... 220 Replacing light bulbs............................ 545, 547, 550
Turn signal lever .................................220
Wattage ..................................................657
TVD (Torque Vectoring Differential) .......................................... 329 Units.....................................................114, 126
USB device ................................. 380, 425
Connecting........................................... 347
USB audio............................................ 380
USB photo ............................................ 425
USB port ...................................................347U